Surigao Sur police office raises funds for ‘Pailaw sa Sitio’
By Nida
Grace P. Barcena
TANDAG CITY, Surigao del Sur (PIA) – In a concerted effort to address crime and advance crime prevention, the Surigao del Sur Police Provincial Office (SDSPPO) technical working group led by PPO Chief Harry Domingo, and the Police Advisory Group for Police Transformation and Development (PAGPTD) chaired by Gov. Alexander T. Pimentel conducted a run-for-a-cause on June 8.
PCol. Domingo said, “The event raised funds to support the program on "Pailaw sa Sitio,” a community initiative of providing street lights to remote sitios with limited access to electricity.”
“This intervention is a best practice of the SDSPPO, reflecting our commitment to enhancing community safety and fostering crime prevention through improved public infrastructure,” Domingo added.
The run-for-a-cause attracted numerous participants from other regions and featured various race categories. The top finishers in each category were recognized for their outstanding performances each received a cash prize, medal and token, to wit:
42K Male Category:
1st
- Jerald Zabala - 2 hours 48 minutes 36.2 seconds (2:48:36.2)
2nd -
Joerge Andrade - 2 hours 48 minutes 36.5 seconds (2:48:36.5)
3rd -
Jensen Lloyd Pasaporte - 3 hours 12 minutes 36 seconds (3:12:36)
42K Female Category:
1st -
Rosalyn Tadlas - 3 hours 34 minutes 7 seconds (3:34:07)
2nd -
Madelyn Carter - 3 hours 49 minutes 9 seconds (3:49:09)
3rd -
Michell Ann Aclo - 3 hours 49 minutes 10 seconds (3:49:10)
21K Male Category:
1st -
William Lumindas - 1 hour 20 minutes 34 seconds (1:20:34)
2nd -
Bobby S. Tadlas - 1 hour 21 minutes 17 seconds (1:21:17)
3rd -
Elmer Bartolo - 1 hour 21 minutes 27 seconds (1:21:27)
21K Female Category:
1st -
Apple Jane Padual - 1 hour 53 minutes 6 seconds (1:53:06)
2nd -
Runner 21126 - 1 hour 53 minutes 9 seconds (1:53:09)
3rd -
Leah Le J. Good - 2 hours 17 minutes 51 seconds (2:17:51)
10K Male Category:
1st -
Lloyd Prado - 37 minutes 16 seconds (00:37:16)
2nd -
Shin Regadio - 37 minutes 30 seconds (00:37:30)
3rd -
Jayvie Duhac - 37 minutes 32 seconds (00:37:32)
10K Female Category:
1st -
Afjeel Clampiano - 47 minutes 52 seconds (00:47:52)
2nd -
Kate Winslet Basalo - 52 minutes 36 seconds (00:52:36)
3rd -
Jackelyn Codizar - 54 minutes 6 seconds (00:54:06)
5K Male Category:
1st -
Arvengie Encinada - 17 minutes 4 seconds (00:17:04)
2nd -
Kirk Loyjie Palma - 17 minutes 5 seconds (00:17:05)
3rd -
Runner 5207 - 17 minutes 39 seconds (00:17:39)
5K Female Category:
1st -
Christine Joy Plaza - 23 minutes 14 seconds (00:23:14)
2nd -
Jensen Lynn C. Pasaforte - 23 minutes 15 seconds (00:23:15)
3rd -
Dian - 26 minutes 50 seconds (00:26:50)
All finisher-runners of the 10K, 21K, and 42K received the finisher medal during the event.
Police Community Affairs and Development Unit (PCADU) Chief George Carino, on the other hand, said, “The funds raised from this event will support the continuation of the "Pailaw sa Sitio" which aims to install solar-street lights in selected sitios in Surigao del Sur, particularly in areas without available source of electricity. “
The successful execution of the run-for-a-cause underscored the strong community and police collaboration in promoting safety and development. This project did not only deter criminal activities but also ensured a brighter and safer environment for residents in the province. (NGPB/PIA-Surigao del Sur)
